Buena Vida Tapas Bar

Name: Buena Vida Tapas Bar
Address: 385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30308
Telephone: (404) 948-2312
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (706)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Lively
Dog-friendly

"Buena Vida Tapas & Sol is a restaurant on Atlanta's Beltline in Old Fourth Ward inspired by Southern Spain run by General Manager Lorenzo Masini and owned by local restaurateurs Adam Berlin & Juan S. Calle. Fun and approachable Spanish tapas by Executive Chef Jaime Guzman are served in an airy, beautiful space with a large indoor bar and Beltline-facing patio. This Atlanta concept is located in the corner of the North & Line apartments, just down the Beltline ramp from New Realm Brewing (or driving accessed down N Angier Ave NE from North Avenue, behind Ponce City Market). @buenavidatapas on IG to stay up to date."
We offer 2-hour parking validation at North & Line apartments. Please call 404.948.2312 for directions or if you'd like to book a party over 10 please email events@buenavidatapas.com

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Spanish Gin Cocktail Class
$40.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 26, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, June 26th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Palm Room at Buena Vida Tapas Bar for an exclusive hands-on cocktail experience. The Spanish Gin Cocktail Class is your chance to taste, learn, and shake up something special. Event Highlights: Guided Tasting & Presentation: Henry from Brown Forman will lead guests through an intro to Spanish gin, including a deep dive into Gin Mare. Craft 3 Cocktails: Learn to mix a classic Spanish Gin & Tonic, an easy G&T with Fever Tree Indian Tonic, and a refreshing Spanish Summer Spritz featuring Gin Mare, Fever Tree Blood Orange Tonic, Cava, and mint. Exclusive Pricing: Enjoy discounted cocktails for purchase after class. Swag Bag: Leave with a gift to remember the night—contents to be revealed! Cocktails Included: Three full cocktails are included in your $40 ticket. Optional Dining: Food is available for purchase after the class—stay and enjoy Buena Vida’s full dinner menu!

Offers

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Enjoy our 1/2 off bottles of wine special every Wednesday, available for our full wine list! We feature a wide selection of new and old world wines, including certified organic, certified vegan wines and a large selection of our favorite Spanish wines.

Popular dishes

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00
Spinach, goat cheese, figs, pickled watermelon, sesame brittle, berry compote, sherry vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas
Chunky, twice-fried potatoes, bravas sauce, garlic aioli
Manchego Meatballs$13.00
Beef meatballs with Spanish sauce, red wine reduction, and truffle cheese, grilled bread
Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00
Brussel sprouts, truffle agave, vegan aioli
Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00
Goat cheese, panko, honey dill, corn sauce butter
Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00
Cauliflower, panko creamy salsa verde
CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00
Hawaiian rolls, manchego cheese, pickled vegetables, garlic aioli
Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00
Aged manchego cheese, garlic aioli, truffle, white bread, add Jamón Serrano (Pork)
Empanadas$13.00
Rotating seasonal filling, served with house made bravas sauce
CHB Short Rib$16.00
Short rib, carrots, truffle oil, cipollini onions, demi-glace, panko gremolata
Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00
Extra virgin olive oil, wild caught shrimp, garlic, chili flakes, parsley, grilled bread
Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00
Fried crispy chicken, smoky pimenton aioli, brown sugar hot honey
Bay Scallops$17.00
Scallops, Spicy basil oil, Roasted cherry tomateos, garlic, parsley
Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00
French fries, truffle oil, garlic aioli, Jamón Ibérico (Pork), sunny side up egg
Caprese Salad$8.00
Fresh mozzarella cheese, roma tomatoes, basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze
Confit Duck pot pie$14.00
Homemade butter crust,seasonal veggies
Coppa wrapped dates$13.00
Coppa, truffled tomato broth, croutons
Mahi ceviche $14.00
Sliced mahi,fresh vegetables, pickled onion, lime juice, lavash bread
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers$14.00
Roasted red peppers, agave saffron, vegan pimenton Aioli

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00
16oz grilled ribeye, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, chimichurri
Vegetable Paella$30.00
Spanish Bomba rice, roasted vegetables, sofrito, vegan aioli, lemon
Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00
Spanish Bomba rice, chicken, chorizo cantimpalo (Pork), roasted vegetables, garlic aioli, lemon
Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00
Spanish Bomba rice, shrimp, mussels, calamari, roasted vegetables, sofrito, garlic aioli, lemon
Confit Duck Paella$38.00
Spanish bomba rice, sofrito, duck fat, veggies

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00
Colombian dark chocolate brownie, toasted hazelnuts, butter, cacao powder, vanilla ice cream
Churros$9.00
Crispy cinnamon sugar-dusted dough, chocolate dipping sauce
Tres Leche Cake$9.00
Three milk Cake, whipped cream, cinnamon
Manchego Cheesecake $9.00
Manchego cheese, Philadelphia cheese, cookie crust

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

Flavors: Peach, Mango, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Coconut, Lychee +2

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00
Herradura Tequila, Gran Gala, agave, lime
SPICY MARGARITA$14.00
Chipotle & jalapeño, Tanteo Tequila, spicy simple, lime, cayenne chili salt
PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00
El Jimador tequila, passion fruit, mint, lime, agave
CLASSIC$12.00
Tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec, simple
BUENA VIDA MOJITO$11.50
Bacardi Rum, lime, simple, soda

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50
Bourbon, Amaretto, Aperol pineapple, lemon
MEZCOLADA$16.00
La Luna Mezcal, orgeat, coconut cream, pineapple
SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50
Grey Goose, watermelon basil infused Vodka, Felerunum, lemon, tiki bitters, watermelon RedBull
LYCHEE 75$14.00
McQueen Gin, lemon, lychee liqueur, champagne
SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00
Brandy, orange juice, orange liqueur
PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00
229 Vodka or Old Forester Bourbon, Giffard Passionfruit, lemon, simple

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00
Lager, Barcelona, Spain
SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00
Pilsner, Leuven, Belgium
SWEETWATER 420$7.00
Pale Ale, Atlanta, GA
GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00
Stout, Dublin, Ireland
ATLANTA HARD $9.00
Crisp Apple. atl
CREATURE COMFORTS$8.00
Tropicalia,IPA.Athens
STELLA NON-ALCOHOLIC$7.00
Leuven. Belgium

RED WINE

LUDOVICUS$12.00
Garnacha, 2019, Terra Alta, Spain
SIDURI
Pinot Noir.2021.Santa Barbara.CA 17/63
TORREMORON$13.00
Tempranillo, 2021, Ribera Del Duero, Spain
OUINTA SARDONIA$17.00
Red Blend, 2019, Castilla y León, Spain
SIDURI$17.00
Pinot Noir, 2021, Santa Brbara, California
NIPOZZANO$14.00
Chianti, 2019, Tuscany, Italy
CRIOS$13.00
Malbec 2023.Medonza ARG

WHITE WINE

TORMARESCA$12.00
Rose, 2022, Puglia, Italy
LOUREIRO$11.00
Vinho Verde, 202, Vinho Verde, Portugal
HARAS DE PIRQUE$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc.2023, Valle de leyda. CH
BRAVIUM$15.00
Chardonnay.2023.Russian River Valley,CA
TERRAS GAUDA$13.00
Albarino, 2022, Galicia, Spain
FRAGMENT$16.00
Blanco de Blanc 2022. Penedes. Spain

SPARKLING WINE

NAVERAN$10.00
Cava Brut, 2022, Catalunya, Spain
POGGIO COSTA$12.00
Prosecco, 2022, Veneto, Italy
CREMANT DE LIMOUX$14.00
Rose.2022.Limoux.France

PREMIUM TEQUILA SPECIALS

HERRADURA ULTRA$22.00
HERRADURA LEGEND$25.00
CASA DRAGONES BLANCO$25.00
CASA DRAGONESA ANEJO$28.00
CLASE AZUL REPOSADO$28.00

What 706 people are saying

Buena Vida Tapas Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlanta
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers a lively dining experience with a "beautiful and dim interior" and a "great patio" for outdoor enjoyment. Highlights include "delicious tapas" like Brussels sprouts and pimenton chicken, along with bottomless mimosas. Service is praised as "amazing," while the vibrant atmosphere makes it ideal for fun gatherings.

706 Reviews

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Lachelle
Charlotte3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really enjoyed this spot! We were seated on the covered patio, which was a huge plus, perfect vibe for a relaxing brunch. The bottomless mimosas were a win, and the tapas were flavorful and fun to share. I would’ve loved to see even more traditional Spanish-inspired options, but overall everything we had was delicious. Definitely planning to come back to try the dinner menu!
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Rita VIP
Atlanta1 review
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The service was great, the drinks were great, and the food was okay. Overall we had fun but had a hiccup when the check came. We initially ordered shots of reposado tequila and was hoping for a teramana, don Julio, etc. The server gave us clasè azul instead, which is a much more expensive shot. This wouldn’t have been an issue if we were aware and knew the price. We ordered a few rounds and was going to order another but asked about the shot price. This is when the server brought the bill & we saw the total for the shots was $448. We spoke to the manager since no one ordered for clase azul specifically. He removed the gratuity from our check as a resolve. Moral of the story : you’ll have a great time but be sure to be specific in your requests and ask the price if it isn’t readily available.
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Chadwick
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Spanish tapas and the service was great! Will definitely come back again.
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Elie
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so much fun eating at this restaurant! The interior is beautiful and dim with a bar that opens up to the patio. The lunch tapas have a lot of flavor and are great portion sizes. Highly recommend getting the brussel sprouts and pimenton chicken! They validate parking and have an entrance from the garage! Thanks Lalí for your amazing service!
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Allyson
Atlanta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our tapas experience was just incredible! The service was great, but the food was out of this world! As usual.
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Mike VIP
New York City2 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Ran out of alcohol during bottomless brunch. Eggs were undercooked, biscuit was pillsbury.
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded on May 25, 2025
Hi Mike, We are truly sorry that we ran out of alcohol for bottomless mimosas during your brunch. While we always strive to be fully stocked, on rare occasions, if we have an unexpectedly busy weekend with a lot more covers than usual, we can deplete our inventory faster than anticipated. We are actively reviewing our inventory management to minimize this issue. We also apologize for the undercooked eggs and if the biscuit did not meet your expectations. We strive for consistent quality in all our dishes, and we will address this with our culinary team. We value your feedback and are committed to continuously improving. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to demonstrate our dedication to providing the positive dining experience you deserve. - Lorenzo, General Manager
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Zhane
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sever Quartney was amazing! I went for brunch. The food was great and bottomless mimosas had no end.
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Mark VIP
Atlanta18 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We had the worst dining experience here. We waited over 2 hours to get dinner at a Tapas restaurant. We were only ever served 1 dish at a time with 15-20 minutes between dishes, that's the opposite of tapas.
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded on May 15, 2025
Hi Mark, I'm truly sorry to hear about your recent disappointing experience at Buena Vida. We regret the unacceptable 2-hour wait for your meal and the poor pacing, with long delays between dishes. The lack of server attention and uncomfortable seating with gnats is also concerning. This is not our standard, and we'll address these issues with our team. We value your feedback and hope you'll give us another chance. Sincerely, Lorenzo, General Manager
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Joe VIP
Atlanta9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great fun dinner after the Inman park festival. Great tapas menu; great drinks. Staff was super accommodating to move us onto the outside deck when a table became available mid meal. A great fun dinner. Crispy chicken, great meatballs, stuffed peppers and other great tapas.
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Jonathan VIP
Atlanta10 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great patio & drinks near the beltline. Try the paellas.
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our patio, drinks, and paellas. We appreciate you highlighting those aspects of Buena Vida. We hope you'll visit us again soon and perhaps explore some of our other tapas offerings as well! - Lorenzo, General Manager
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FAQs

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Buena Vida Tapas Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 948-2312.

Buena Vida Tapas Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 706 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.

Buena Vida Tapas Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Spanish Gin Cocktail Class

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!

Vegetable Paella

Mahi ceviche

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad

Charcuterie

Chef's Selection - Chefs Rotating Choice of Two Meats and Two Cheeses$26.00

Jamón Serrano$7.00

Chorizo$7.00

Coppa$7.00

Fu-et$7.00

Jamón Ibérico$14.00

Manchego$6.50

Idiazabal$6.50

Hidalgo$6.50

Mahón$6.50

Tapas

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00

Patatas Bravas

Manchego Meatballs$13.00

Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00

Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00

Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00

CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00

Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00

Empanadas$13.00

CHB Short Rib$16.00

Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00

Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00

Bay Scallops$17.00

Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00

Caprese Salad$8.00

Confit Duck pot pie$14.00

Coppa wrapped dates$13.00

Mahi ceviche $14.00

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers$14.00

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00

Vegetable Paella$30.00

Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00

Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00

Confit Duck Paella$38.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00

Churros$9.00

Tres Leche Cake$9.00

Manchego Cheesecake $9.00

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00

SPICY MARGARITA$14.00

PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00

CLASSIC$12.00

BUENA VIDA MOJITO$11.50

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50

MEZCOLADA$16.00

SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50

LYCHEE 75$14.00

SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00

PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00

SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00

SWEETWATER 420$7.00

GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00

ATLANTA HARD $9.00

CREATURE COMFORTS$8.00

STELLA NON-ALCOHOLIC$7.00

RED WINE

LUDOVICUS$12.00

SIDURI

TORREMORON$13.00

OUINTA SARDONIA$17.00